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What Moon Phase Is It Right Now?

The live phase of the Moon, its sign, and the next New and Full Moon.

The short answer

Right now the Moon is in its Full Moon phase, 100% illuminated, in Sagittarius. The next New Moon is June 15, 2026 (15 days away) and the next Full Moon is May 31, 2026 (0 days away).

Current status, right now

Moon phase Full Moon
Illumination 100%
Moon position 2°Sagittarius 35'
Cycle Waning (releasing)
Next New Moon June 15, 2026 · in 15 days
Next Full Moon May 31, 2026 · in 0 days

Computed live from the Swiss Ephemeris · updated 2026-05-30 (UTC)

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What this phase is good for

A waxing Moon (New toward Full) is the building half of the cycle — the traditional window for starting, planting, and gathering momentum. A waning Moon (Full toward New) is the releasing half — for finishing, clearing, and letting go.

You are currently in a waning Full Moon in Sagittarius, which colours the mood of the moment with that sign's themes.

Why the sign of the Moon matters

The Moon changes sign every two to two-and-a-half days, so its flavour shifts faster than any other body. The sign it is in right now — Sagittarius — is the emotional weather everyone shares today.

What actually moves your life is how that transiting Moon touches your own chart. A Full Moon landing on your Sun feels very different from one that ignores it.

Ask these about your own chart

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Frequently Asked Questions

What moon phase is it right now?

Right now the Moon is in its Full Moon phase, 100% illuminated, in Sagittarius. This is computed live from the Swiss Ephemeris.

When is the next full moon?

The next Full Moon is May 31, 2026 — 0 days from now.

When is the next new moon?

The next New Moon is June 15, 2026 — 15 days from now.

Is the Moon waxing or waning?

The Moon is waning — shrinking toward New, the releasing half of the cycle.

What should I do during this moon phase?

A waxing Moon favours starting and building; a waning Moon favours finishing and releasing. The most useful read is personal — how the current Moon touches your own chart.

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